Friday, March 31, 2023

Fox News Suffers Major Setback in Its Defamation Case


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Little Rock tornado: Injuries reported after 'devastating' twister

The twister churned through the state's capital city, flipping cars, smashing roofs and toppling trees.

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Six bodies found in St. Lawrence River near US-Canada border

Two families from India and Romania were trying to cross into the US, officials say.

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Here are the prominent arguments for and against the indictment.


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Thursday, March 30, 2023

Gwyneth Paltrow ski-crash jury deliberates over who crashed into whom

The highly-watched trial draws to a close as the jury decides who crashed into whom

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Sweden’s bid to join NATO remains blocked by Turkey and Hungary.


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Closing Arguments in Gwyneth Paltrow’s Ski Crash Trial


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Austria's far-right walks out of Zelensky speech

The politicians left behind placards on their desks that read "space for neutrality".

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Teenagers on What Their Families’ Native Languages Mean to Them


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Police wrestle growling alligator in Florida

Bodycam footage shows the moment an officer pounces on the reptile in the streets of Tampa.

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

The Papers: 'Ta-ra Paul' and 'gender ideology in schools'

Thursday's front pages include tributes to TV star and comedian Paul O'Grady.

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Melissa Joan Hart: I helped kids flee shooting

The Sabrina The Teenage Witch actress says she was near Monday's deadly Nashville school shooting.

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Texas Observer Reverses Plan to Shut Down and Lay Off Staff


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Migration dilemma leaves Rishi Sunak confronting an expensive mess

Critics of the government say a legacy of asylum mismanagement means problems are stacking up.

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I Watched an Offshore Wind Farm Make Landfall on Long Island


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Watch: King Charles speaking German in Berlin

The King joked with his hosts as he impressed with his language skills at a lavish banquet.

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Biden Says He Can’t Do Anything More to Change Gun Laws


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Dubravka Ugresic, Who Wrote of Dislocation and Exile, Dies at 73


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The Nashville community grieves, while some call on state legislators to act over guns.


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Aide to Senator Rand Paul Stabbed After Leaving Washington Restaurant


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George Nassar, 86, Killer Who Heard Confession in Strangler Case, Is Dead


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For 20 years, Marina Ovsyannikova worked for Russian state TV, but after the invasion of Ukraine she couldn’t keep quiet.


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Where to Dine Like a Tuscan, and More Reader Questions


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New cars sold in EU must be zero-emission from 2035

The deal was delayed for weeks after Germany called for an exemption for cars running on e-fuels.

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Monday, March 27, 2023

After Doling Out Huge Loans, China Is Now Bailing Out Countries


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Man uses bare hands to rescue trapped DRC miners

Authorities say nine men survived a collapsed gold mine in South Kivu.

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Shooting survivor: 'Aren't you tired of covering this?'

After surviving a mass shooting in Illinois, a woman visiting Nashville confronts media.

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Promised tanks arrive in Ukraine from Germany and Britain.


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Shooting survivor: 'Aren't you tired of covering this?'

After surviving a mass shooting in Illinois, a woman visiting Nashville confronts media.

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Paul Rusesabagina, ‘Hotel Rwanda’ Dissident, Departs Rwanda for Qatar


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Sunday, March 26, 2023

BBC visits destroyed homes of Mississippi tornado victims

We heard harrowing stories from residents as they stood amongst the ruins of their home.

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Online trolls are taking a toll in China

A collectivist culture and the lack of pressure on social media companies have made online abuse rampant.

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Joining others in temporary housing, sisters-in-law relive a night of terror.


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Antonio Conte: Tottenham manager leaves after 16 months in charge

Manager Antonio Conte leaves Tottenham after 16 months in charge and his dismissal comes after he called the Spurs players "selfish".

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Little Lionsgate Soars to the Top With John Wick Ticket Sales


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Saturday, March 25, 2023

Rishi Sunak promises anti-social behaviour crackdown

New plans will aim to have people repair damage they cause within 48 hours of being given an order.

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Mitch McConnell Released From Inpatient Rehab After Concussion


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'God, guns and Trump': Thousands turn out for Texas rally

As Donald Trump stares down a potential arrest, it is business as usual at his campaign rally.

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Plans to house migrants on ferries to be announced

The government has previously signalled it wants to end the practice of housing people in hotels.

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'God, guns and Trump': Thousands turn out for Texas rally

As Donald Trump stares down a potential arrest, it is business as usual at his campaign rally.

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Andrew Lloyd Webber's son Nicholas dies aged 43

The composer says his family is "totally bereft" by the loss of his Grammy-nominated son Nick.

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Friday, March 24, 2023

John Lewis: Mary Portas warns retailer it has 'let go' of its soul

In an open letter the retail consultant says the store is "part of our collective cultural identity".

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The sacred tattoos inked by Thai monks

The BBC visits a 400-year-old Thai temple where devotees get spiritual tattoos.

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A Crypto Fugitive’s Very Public Life While on the Run


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Derbyshire PC to keep job after using database to find woman on Instagram

The panel rules sacking the PC was "not a proportional or appropriate outcome" for his actions.

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‘It Just Feels Good to Vent Your Anger’: Spasms of Violence Jolt Paris


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Person dies in listeria outbreak linked to cheese

Three people are affected by the outbreak linked to a Wiltshire firm's Baronet cheese.

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

Top Gear filming halted after Freddie Flintoff accident

The BBC said it would be "inappropriate" to resume making the popular TV show's new series for now.

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Bordeaux town hall set on fire in France pension protests

Fire engulfs the building's front as violence flares in several cities during pension reform protests.

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No Prison Time for Book Thief


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Bordeaux town hall set on fire in France pension protests

Fire engulfs the building's front as violence flares in several cities during pension reform protests.

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How to Ease Your Back Pain


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Olivia Pratt-Korbel: Suspect denies being in 'murder frame of mind'

Thomas Cashman, 34, who is accused of shooting Olivia Pratt-Korbel, denies being the gunman.

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Fox Argues Top Executives Weren’t Involved in Voter Fraud Broadcasts


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Lindsay Lohan and Jake Paul hit with SEC charges over crypto scheme

Eight stars including Soulja Boy did not disclose payments for touting cryptocurrencies, the SEC says.

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Your Thursday Briefing: U.S. Raises Interest Rates


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Seven takeaways from a big day for the Fed.


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Lindsay Lohan and Jake Paul charged in illegal crypto scheme

US regulators say eight celebrities failed to disclose they were being paid to promote cryptocurrencies.

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Monday, March 20, 2023

Your Tuesday Briefing: Xi Meets Putin in Moscow


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The 'dear' friendship of Xi and Putin... in 62 seconds

As Putin welcomes Xi to Moscow, the BBC examines the relationship between the two world leaders.

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The 'dear' friendship of Xi and Putin... in 62 seconds

As Putin welcomes Xi to Moscow, the BBC examines the relationship between the two world leaders.

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Nine votes: A thin margin of lawmakers prevents the ouster of Macron’s government.


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Sunday, March 19, 2023

What chicken feet tell us about daily life in Egypt

Rising food prices mean Egyptians are struggling to put food on the table for their families.

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Federal Reserve and Global Central Banks Act to Shore Up Dollar Access


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Credit Suisse: Bank rescue damages Switzerland's reputation for stability

Beset by scandals and crisis, many people are questioning how a totemic bank ended up beyond repair.

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Credit Suisse: Bank rescue damages Switzerland's reputation for stability

Beset by scandals and crisis, many people are questioning how a totemic bank ended up beyond repair.

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Space Debris Spotted Over Northern California


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Cloete Murray: South African corruption investigator shot dead

Cloete Murray was the liquidator for Bosasa, a company implicated in government contract scandals.

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Saturday, March 18, 2023

French pension reforms: Is Macron's government doomed by crisis?

No-confidence motions face the Macron government as it tries to force its unpopular changes into law.

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Southern Ecuador earthquake kills at least 12

A strong earthquake off Ecuador's southern coast left people trapped in collapsed houses.

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William Hill: Gambling addict says bookmaker didn't help him stop

A teacher says William Hill should have done more to stop him betting when he was staking thousands.

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Give Me a Break!


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Frozen Strawberries Recalled Over Hepatitis A Risk


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A Clandestine Trip and a Four-Decade Secret: An Untold Story Behind Jimmy Carter’s Defeat


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RAF Scampton: Historians pen letter against WW2 airfield migrant plan

A group of historians pen a letter saying RAF Scampton shoud not be used to house asylum seekers.

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Friday, March 17, 2023

YouTube Restores Donald Trump’s Account Privileges


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Hunter Biden sues repairman over release of personal data from laptop

The US president's embattled son is under renewed scrutiny from Republicans in Congress.

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Will Vladimir Putin ever face a war crimes trial?

Despite the charges against him at the Hague, the chances of a prosecution for Ukraine war crimes are slim.

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Who is Maria Lvova-Belova?


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Thursday, March 16, 2023

What China’s baby woes mean for its economic ambitions

The country's ageing population and shrinking workforce are a threat to its economic growth.

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N.Y. Lawmaker Pressured to Resign After Sexual Misconduct Allegations


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Chris Kaba family concerned about watchdog resignations

Chris Kaba, 24, was shot dead by a Met Police officer and the police watchdog is investigating.

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Protests in Paris as Macron pushes through pension reform in France

The French government has invoked a power that means no vote is needed for the reforms to go ahead.

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Two Hikers Swept to Their Deaths by Floods in a Utah Canyon


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Owner of Madison Square Garden Had State Liquor Investigator Tailed


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Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Biden Looks to Bolster Support Among Seniors With a Focus on Health Care


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Your Thursday Briefing: Bank Fears Resurface


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Russian spy network accused of sabotage arrested in Poland

The group of foreign citizens were arrested in Poland accused of a sabotage plot.

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French Protesters Take to Streets in Last Angry Push Before Vote on Pension Bill


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Pentagon chief says he spoke to Russian counterpart by phone over drone incident.


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Budget 2023: Jeremy Hunt insists plans will get people back to work

Jeremy Hunt tells the BBC his plans will kick start growth, but Labour says the UK economy is stagnating under the Tories.

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023

Israel confirms it killed Hamas leader Haniyeh in Tehran in July

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